A group discussion is one of the forms of verbal communication, which involves more than

two persons getting together and having a conversation. It is a platform wherein the

participants or group members come together to share their thoughts and opinions;

however, participants need to follow certain do's and don'ts of group discussion. The

members of the group who gather around for discussion always tend to be united with a

common objective, interest, activity, or goal, and it do's and don'ts of group discussion.

Group discussions can be done on either an elevated level or an informal level. For

example, having a conversation with your friends is an informal group discussion, whereas

a discussion you have during an interview can be formal.

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1) Dress Formally
Dressing sense of a person helps making the first impression and determining one’s personality – so
do not take it casually. Dress smartly in a formal outfit for the GD and PI round. It will add to your
confidence and keep you comfortable while speaking in a group. Positive gestures and body
language will make your work easier.

2) Don’t Rush Into the GD

Initiating the GD is a big plus. But it works in your favour only when you understand the GD topic. If
you are not sure about the topic, take your time, listen to others, take a cue from then and then
frame your argument. It will help you appear more measured when you speak and bring out your
analytical opinion.

3) Keep Eye Contact While Speaking

Stay relaxed and keep eye contact with every team member of the group discussion while speaking.
Do not look at the evaluators only.

4) Allow Others to Speak

Do not interrupt others during the GD. Even if you don’t agree with their points do not stop them from
speaking. Instead make a mental note and state your points when it’s your turn. This will show that
you are not desperate to blow your own trumpet and are mindful of other people’s opinion.

5) Don’t be Aggressive
Speak politely and clearly. Use simple language to convey your thoughts without being irritable.
Don’t be aggressive even if you need to disagree with someone. Express yourself calmly and
politely.

6) Maintain Positive Attitude

GD is a team activity. Be confident but do not try to dominate anyone. Remember it’s a discussion
and not a debate, so express your thoughts calmly and politely. Ensure a positive body language.
Show interest in the group discussion when others are expressing their thoughts. This will make you
appear as someone who is a team player.

7) Speak Sensibly
Do not speak just to hog the limelight. Don’t worry even if you speak less. It is always better to talk
less but with logic than talk endlessly without making sense. Your thoughts should be sensible and
relevant. Wasting the group’s time with your irrelevant speech or speaking without proper subject
knowledge will only create a poor impression.

8) Listen Carefully to Others

Being a good listener is important to succeed in group discussions. Pay attention when others are
speaking. This will help you form your argument better for a coherent discussion and you will be
able to get involved in the group positively. This way, others are also more likely to be receptive to
your points.

9) Avoid Time-Consuming Details

A basic subject analysis is sufficient to put your point across. There’s no need to mention exact
figures and statistics while making a reference. You get limited time in a GD, so be precise and
convey your thoughts in a smart and crisp manner.

10) Keep the Discussion on Track

If you find the group is digressing from the GD topic, then simply take the initiative to bring the
discussion back on track. Uphold and emphasize the group’s common objective to stick to the topic
to arrive at some conclusion at the end of the group discussion. This will exhibit your leadership
skills.